Pilates Class Exercise Log

Clinician Specialty: General Practitioner WARM-UP: Standing Arm Circles — none — 10 reps forward, 10 reps backward — maintain neutral spine, engage core — increase reps to 15 Cat-Cow Stretch — mat — 5 reps — coordinate breath with movement — add thoracic rotation MAT (PRONE): Swan Dive Prep — mat — 8 reps — shoulders down, lengthen neck — hold for 3 seconds at top Swimming Prep — mat — 10 reps per side — maintain stable pelvis, lengthen limbs — increase duration of hold MAT (SIDE): Side Kick Series (Front/Back) — mat — 8 reps per direction per leg — stable torso, keep leg at hip height — add ankle weights Clamshells — mat — 12 reps per side — heels together, knees stacked — add resistance band MAT (SUPINE): Pelvic Curl — mat — 10 reps — articulate spine up and down — add arm movements overhead Hundred Prep — mat — 30 second hold — engage lower abdominals, maintain C-curve — extend legs further away from body COOL-DOWN: Spine Twist Supine — mat — 5 reps per side — keep shoulders grounded — increase range of rotation Hamstring Stretch — mat, strap — 20 seconds per leg — relax shoulders, gently pull leg towards chest — hold for 30 seconds SAFETY/RESTRICTIONS: * Patient reported mild lower back stiffness at the start of the session, advised modifications for spinal flexion exercises. * Encouraged patient to listen to their body and avoid any movements causing sharp pain. SUMMARY: Patient successfully completed a beginner-level Pilates class, demonstrating good form and understanding of modifications. Focus was placed on core engagement and spinal articulation with appropriate adaptations for reported stiffness.